IFOM

Post-doctoral Research Scientist | Zitti’s laboratory

2026/02 | Milan

IFOM is an internationally recognized non-profit cancer research institute supported by the Italian Association for Cancer Research (AIRC) based in Milan within a highly dynamic urban environment.

IFOM’s continuous success is ensured by the recruitment of highly-competitive undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate researchers worldwide, with over 24 countries currently represented in IFOM.

IFOM labs are hosted within a research campus shared with the European Institute of Oncology and the Italian Institute of Technology.

IFOM is committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment, based on mutual respect and on the enhancement of diversity, offering equal job opportunities to all qualified candidates.

We Seek for our Institute: Post-doctoral Research Scientist | Zitti’s Laboratory

The Zitti Lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to work on a project focused on understanding regulators of T-cell responses in the tumor microenvironment in prostate cancer to develop novel immunotherapeutic strategies.

The selected candidate will work in close collaboration with the Niguarda Hospital in Milan, which will guarantee exclusive access to patient samples for this study.

Department overview: https://www.ifom.eu/it/ricerca-cancro/ricercatori/beatrice-zitti.php

 

Profile Description

We aim to recruit an independent scientist who can develop experimental workflows by implementing or adapting existing tools in the lab.

Methods will include processing of human tissues, cell culture, advanced flow cytometry, single-cell RNA sequencing, spatial transcriptomics and analyses of multi-omics datasets.

Your efforts will aim to identify and experimentally validate new approaches for improved immunotherapies for prostate cancer.

Language Skills

Proficiency in English for speaking and writing;

English is the working language at the Institute;

Required Skills

  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with human cell culture;
  • Experience with high-dimensional flow cytometry;
  • Good knowledge of immunology and cancer biology;
  • Working knowledge in R and statistical foundations;
  • Familiarity with bioinformatic analyses and interpretation of transcriptomic data;

Additionally Desired Skills

The ideal candidate will possess robust communication skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work autonomously. They should also be capable of fostering collaboration and making constructive contributions within IFOM's scientific environment;

Educational Experience

PhD in immunology, molecular medicine, molecular biology or related fields is required.

What We Offer

  • International work environment, flextime, agreements with discounts for gym, pharmacy, psychology services and local shops, bar and canteen inside the campus & lunch benefit, company nursery, continuous support to candidates and their families (homing, schooling, national health system registration, work permit, etc.) through the Welcome Office, medical service, laptop, CAF service – tax declaration

Type of Contract

Annual renewable fellowship (post-doc).

The candidate will be offered a competitive salary, commensurate with skills and working experience.

Location

Milan – Scalo di Porta Romana area

Contacts

Interested candidates should send a motivation letter, CV and contact information for at least two references to: Beatrice.zitti@ifom.eu
 

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last update: 10/02/26
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